Lev 20:7 | MHM | STEP | vv. 7–8 : In the middle of these laws, God gives a general command to be holy and keep His statutes (Leviticus 20:7–8 ). He tells the people to set themselves apart from sin and dedicate themselves to serving Him. Holiness should be seen in both their hearts and their actions. Obedience to God’s commandments shows true holiness, just like good fruit shows a healthy tree. God also reminds them that He is their God and the One who makes them holy, giving them special privileges and helping them become different from other nations. Because God sanctifies His people, they must also try to live holy lives (2 Corinthians 5:5 ).

‏ Leviticus 20:7

vv. 7–8: In the middle of these laws, God gives a general command to be holy and keep His statutes (Leviticus 20:7–8 ^a). He tells the people to set themselves apart from sin and dedicate themselves to serving Him. Holiness should be seen in both their hearts and their actions. Obedience to God’s commandments shows true holiness, just like good fruit shows a healthy tree. God also reminds them that He is their God and the One who makes them holy, giving them special privileges and helping them become different from other nations. Because God sanctifies His people, they must also try to live holy lives (2 Corinthians 5:5 ^b).